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SCARCE 1833 DATED AMES FOOT ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD, WITH SAMUEL HUSE MARKED HILT

SCARCE 1833 DATED AMES FOOT ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD, WITH SAMUEL HUSE MARKED HILT

Ames M1832 short swords with hilts by Samuel Huse are considered scarce. Not only do they represent the earliest years of the pattern’s production, leading to many being used up in long, continued… (2024-2395). Learn More »

M1906 CAVALRY SABER & SCABBARD BY AMES

M1906 CAVALRY SABER & SCABBARD BY AMES

The M-1906 U.S. Cavalry saber is almost exactly like its forefather, the M-1860 Cavalry saber, used throughout the Civil War and on America's frontier during the Indian Wars. It was the last curved… (2023-2220). Learn More »

$550.00
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IMPORT M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD AND SCABBARD SOLD BY AMES

IMPORT M1850 FOOT OFFICER’S SWORD AND SCABBARD SOLD BY AMES

This attractive, regulation Foot Officer’s sword was imported and sold by Ames Manufacturing Company which was a manufacturer of swords, tools, and cutlery in Chicopee, Massachusetts, as well as… (2024-2350). Learn More »

WAR OF 1812 NATHAN STARR US M1812/1813 CAVALRY SABER AND SCABBARD

WAR OF 1812 NATHAN STARR US M1812/1813 CAVALRY SABER AND SCABBARD

This is one of Nathan Starr’s improved Model 1812 sabers, also known as the 1812/13 pattern. Starr was burdened with changes to the number ordered by federal government -- from 1,000 to 5,000, and… (299-22). Learn More »

M1860 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD, GUTTA PURCHA GRIP, PUBLISHED IN TILLMAN’S BOOK

M1860 CAVALRY SABER WITH SCABBARD, GUTTA PURCHA GRIP, PUBLISHED IN TILLMAN’S BOOK

Classic Civil War cavalry saber believed to be made by Gilbert Dubois in Napanoch, New York. Sword is in overall very good condition. Blade exhibits gray tone overall with a few darker patches. No… (870-470). Learn More »

AMES MODEL 1840 NCO SWORD AND SCABBARD DATED 1864

AMES MODEL 1840 NCO SWORD AND SCABBARD DATED 1864

This is a Model 1840 N.C.O. sword. In excellent overall condition, these swords were carried by Federal non-commissioned officers as a sign of authority in the ranks. Sword is approximately 39” long… (1202-301). Learn More »

$395.00
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CONFEDERATE FOOT ARTILLERY SWORD

CONFEDERATE FOOT ARTILLERY SWORD

This foot artillery sword, or heavy artillery sword, was made by W. J. McElroy in Macon, Georgia. Even though no maker marked examples of this exact type have come to light both E. J. Johnston and W.… (88-210). Learn More »

M1840 TIFFANY AND CO. DRAGOON SABRE WITH SOLINGEN BLADE

M1840 TIFFANY AND CO. DRAGOON SABRE WITH SOLINGEN BLADE

A rare, fine curved U.S. Cavalry saber, retailed by Tiffany & Co of New York, and made with an imported blade from Solingen, Germany. This heavy Cavalry saber, known as the "wrist breaker," was… (299-19). Learn More »

$950.00
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U.S. MODEL 1840 MEDICAL STAFF OFFICER'S SWORD

U.S. MODEL 1840 MEDICAL STAFF OFFICER'S SWORD

Offered here is a rare M1840 Medical Staff sword by Horstman. The sword and scabbard measure approximately 34.5” overall. Blade is 28” long. Blade surface remains bright with a very few scattered… (1256-219). Learn More »

$1,750.00
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NATHAN STARR 1818 CONTRACT CAVALRY SABER WITH METAL SCABBARD

NATHAN STARR 1818 CONTRACT CAVALRY SABER WITH METAL SCABBARD

Good condition, militia horseman’s battle saber is an original contract of 1818 piece made by the firm of Nathan Starr of Middletown, Connecticut. Some 10,600 sabers were contracted to Nathan Starr… (299-17). Learn More »

WK&C, SOLINGEN SHORT DRESS SWORD/HANGER WITH SCABBARD

WK&C, SOLINGEN SHORT DRESS SWORD/HANGER WITH SCABBARD

This is an interesting item, being a short ceremonial dress sword or “hanger” modeled after a bayonet. The sword is 23.5” long overall with 19” blade. Grip and cross guard are designed as a… (2021-170). Learn More »

EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER

EXCAVATED CONFEDERATE CAVALRY SABER

If they gave out awards for crudely made cavalry sabers, this one would be in the running. The guard is simple flat iron, curving in a broad semicircle, with a simple hole in one end through which the… (490-6746). Learn More »

AUSTRIAN M1869/90 MILITARY INTENDANT OFFICIAL’S SWORD

AUSTRIAN M1869/90 MILITARY INTENDANT OFFICIAL’S SWORD

This sword replaced an 1849 pattern, was used by officials in management positions, and is in very good condition, with just the scabbard showing as brown-speckled steel gray. The sword is unmarked,… (721-113). Learn More »

CLASSIC CONFEDERATE KENANSVILLE CAVALRY SABER FROM THE KNOX FAMILY COLLECTION OF MEMENTOS FROM THE FREDERICKSBURG AREA

CLASSIC CONFEDERATE KENANSVILLE CAVALRY SABER FROM THE KNOX FAMILY COLLECTION OF MEMENTOS FROM THE FREDERICKSBURG AREA

This classic Confederate cavalry saber, a “Kenansville” or “Froelich” in collector terminology, comes from collection of Civil War relics, mementos, and family memorabilia retained until… (1246-09). Learn More »

INDONESIAN – JAVANESE  KRIS OR KERIS

INDONESIAN – JAVANESE KRIS OR KERIS

A Javanese Kris showing a wider blade with fewer curves than some, gray in color, but showing very clearly an attractive watery pattern to the steel. The blade is deeply worked across the broad base.… (490-6917). Learn More »

INDONESIAN – JAVANESE  KRIS OR KERIS

INDONESIAN – JAVANESE KRIS OR KERIS

A good example of the wavy bladed dagger closely associated with Javanese culture, likely nineteenth century. The blade is long and thin, clearly a thrusting weapon, steel gray with darkening, but… (490-6916). Learn More »

SUPERB M1840 FOOT OFFICERS SWORD – PRESENTED TO LT. CASPER BERRY, MONROE GUARDS AND 60TH PENNSYLVANIA

SUPERB M1840 FOOT OFFICERS SWORD – PRESENTED TO LT. CASPER BERRY, MONROE GUARDS AND 60TH PENNSYLVANIA

This exquisite M1840 foot officer’s presentation sword is a true rarity among antebellum and Civil War offerings. The folding side of the guard operates as it should, while the fixed piece is… (1256-220). Learn More »

BEAUTIFUL AMES MANUFACTURE M1852 NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD

BEAUTIFUL AMES MANUFACTURE M1852 NAVAL OFFICER’S SWORD

In 1852, the Navy Department adopted an officer sword which varied slightly from the previous model 1841 Officer’s Sword. The 1852 Navy Regulations described the m1852 Naval Officer’s Sword as a… (2024-1905). Learn More »

US 1832 PATTERN 1844 DATED ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD AND DINGEE MARKED BELT

US 1832 PATTERN 1844 DATED ARTILLERY SHORT SWORD AND DINGEE MARKED BELT

The 1832 short sword had been specified for infantry sergeants and musicians as well as enlisted men of foot artillery. With the distribution of the 1840 sword patterns the sergeants and musicians… (2024-1766). Learn More »

CRUDELY CAST CONFEDERATE COPY OF THE US M1832 SHORT SWORD WITH ORGINAL CS SCABBARD

CRUDELY CAST CONFEDERATE COPY OF THE US M1832 SHORT SWORD WITH ORGINAL CS SCABBARD

Although generally classified as artillery short swords the M1832 short sword was initially carried by infantry NCOs and musicians until later restricted to heavy artillery in the regular army, though… (2024-2136). Learn More »


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IDENTIFIED CONFEDERATE CAPTAIN’S FROCK COAT OF CAPTAIN PHARES WALDO SHEARER, 45th MISSISSIPPI, WITH 28-PAGE REMINSCENCES AND VETERAN’S BADGE- HE EXCHANGED SALUTES WITH THE WOUNDED JOHN BELL HOOD AT CHICKAMAUGA

This coat came directly out of the family along with a reunion badge and type-written copy of the officer’s 1906 reminiscences. The coat was formerly in the collection of Steve Mullinax, is accompanied by a file containing details of its… (1179-179). Learn More »

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